con·sid·er·able
kən-ˈsi-dər(-ə)-bəl 
-ˈsi-drə-bəl
1
: worth consideration : significant
a considerable artist
2
: large in extent or degree
a considerable number
She was in considerable pain.
The trial attracted considerable public attention.
: a considerable amount, degree, or extent
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Examples of considerable in a Sentence
Adjective
We received a considerable number of complaints.
She was in considerable pain.
We have already wasted a considerable amount of time and money.
The murder trial attracted considerable public attention.
Damage to the vehicle was considerable.
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Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
With America reeling from the attacks, the essay sparked considerable controversy.
—Michael Malone, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2024
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Adjective
Comparing test results from October 2023 with March 2024, Alex showed considerable improvement on several crucial biomarkers.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
With America reeling from the attacks, the essay sparked considerable controversy.
—Michael Malone, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2024
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“Considerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/considerable. Accessed 15 May. 2024.
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